Stranger Shore
She had worn mourning black for most of her torturous pregnancy, only to don it again after that last fruitless remnant of her husband had nearly killed her.
Still, Iris liked her, in a strange way. She was also alone and different, and wore dresses like her weird culture dictated. They didn't speak much, but Iris thought they understood each other. And, Iris thought as she scooped up her basket and rolled her shoulders, there was little need to disturb Lady Sandalmur for alms if she had company, especially since she didn't grasp the custom too well. Last almsgiving the lady had given Iris a beautiful ruby necklace, which, though touching, was pointless, since it was too fine to wear and imp
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